Palmer’s Tavern is the new Fillmore Street project from Albert and Klaus Rainer of the ever-popular Leopold’s on Polk Street. As reported way back in December, the Rainers took over the former Long Bar with the goal of transforming it into a retro neighborhood staple, evoking the mid-century spirit of Fillmore Street.

The signage is officially up and the space — pictured above — is just about ready as well, though the Rainers are currently waiting for their final permits and finishing up the hiring process. As you can see above, the space’s signature long bar remains the focal point, though the mahogany bar has been refinished; the rest of the room is lined with chandeliers, old photographs, leather banquettes and booths, and even a mural of Fillmore.

Albert Rainer, who owned the Fillmore Street Grill in the same space several years ago, says Palmer’s will feature well-crafted cocktails, a hefty selection of local beers and a “reasonably-priced” wine list. Along those same lines, he describes the food side of the operation as a compact menu of “practiced, high- quality tavern fare.”

“The food will be unfussy and honest, prepared with great care and skill, and will, of course, suit the ambiance,” Rainer adds.

Stay tuned for an opening date, as soon as they procure the licenses. Oh, and the name? Palmer was a family friend who owned a tavern in the 1950s.

· Previously: Klaus and Albert Rainer’s new Fillmore project will be a neighborhood tavern [Inside Scoop]